1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
